GFRP Bars Vs Steel Bars
GFRP Bar
Steel Bar
Light Weight
Heavy Weight
Anti-corrosive
Corrosive Material
Less density as compared to conventional steel
High Density as compared to GFRP Bar
Ease to transport
Transportation of steel bars is difficult due to the high density
Non-Conductive material
Conductive Material
Ease in Use
Not too difficult in Use
The cover requirement in RCC element is less in severe or extremely severe environmental exposure conditions due to the anti-corrosive properties of gfrp bars.
The cover requirement in RCC Element is more in Severe or Extreme Severe environment conditions due to the corrosive property of steel rebar.
High tensile strength as compared to steel rebar
Less tensile strength as compared to gfrp bar
Less modulus of elasticity
High modulus of Elasticity
Less Bending strength
High bending Strength
Less ductility
High Ductility
Greater Bond strength as compared to steel rebar
Less bond strength as compared to GFRP Bar
Fatigue Resistance is high as compared to steel rebar (Approx 20 times)
Less fatigue resistance as compared to GFRP Bars